Shigeo Sekitō - Special Sound Series Vol.5: Artistic Electone

Format: LP
Catalogue No.: HBR027
Barcode: 0689358915350
Release Date: 04 Apr 2025
Genre: Jazz / Easy Listening

Closing out the Special Sound Series in style, we are proud to present the long-awaited vinyl reissue of Shigeo Sekito’s 1985, an instrumental masterpiece that arrived nearly a decade after his iconic Kareinaru Electone Special Sound Series of the 1970s. A true pioneer in the world of Electone music, Sekito’s name—instantly recognizable in katakana—has left an indelible mark on the genre.

This album showcases his signature artistry across eight captivating tracks, blending originals and covers with his distinct sonic palette. The cosmic allure of the original composition “Amish At Dusk” stands out among the set, while the Manhattan Transfer cover “Twilight Zone, Twilight Tone” brims with dynamic, fast-paced arrangements. Meanwhile, Sekito’s take on The Crusaders’ “Rhapsody And Blues” unfolds with a laid-back groove, gradually building into an uplifting crescendo.

Drifting between chill-out and ambient sensibilities, 1985 captures a wistful, melancholic beauty—where the rich textures of the Electone transport listeners into a world of nostalgia and dreamlike introspection.

This final reissue in the series is a must-have for collectors and fans alike. Experience 1985 in its warm, analog glory—now on vinyl.

Tracklisting
A1. アーミッシュ・アット・ダスク = Amish At Dusk
A2. いそしぎ = The Shadow Of Your Smile
A3. ジョニー・カム・レイトゥリー = Johnny Come Lately
A4. ヘッズ = Heads
B1. トワイライト・ゾーン,トワイライト・トーン = Twilight Zone, Twilight Tone
B2. ラプソディー＆ブルース = Rhapsody And Blues
B3. シャムの子供のマーチ = March Of The Siamese Children
B4. イン・ラヴ・アゲイン = In Love Again